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Monday Musings
Due to a round of illness that is running through my house our Beltane was short and uneventful. So I had a chance to think a little about this Sabbat. Beltane is about blending different energies. And this is also what the concept of Family Coven i...
Beltane is Here!
First off Happy Beltane, everyone! Here is a kid friendly ritual for you to enjoy with your children. Supplies: Supplies for Mini Maypole Three small votive candles - I use yellow, green and red And Bells for each participant Ritual: Have one of...
The Great Rtie
Beltane is almost here and I realized that I haven't yet talked about the even that the Sabbat celebrates. The Great Rite. So first off, what is the Great Rite? Although many of you may know the answer already, the answer simply, is that it is the s...
Paper Baskets
Next to the Maypole nothing is more iconic for May Day than the baskets that children carry, stuffed full of flowers and treats. But for those of us, like me, who don't have a lot of skill yet want to make their own baskets, what are we to do? The a...
The Greenman
The Greenman is an aspect of the God that is appropriate for this upcoming Sabbat. He is the God of the deep and wild woods as well as the God of wild animals. He is part of the Horned Lord aspect and he is also called Jack O' the Green. Dionysus an...
Beltane Recipes - Meats and Drink
One of the traditional meats that was served at Beltane feasts in the lands of the ancient Celts was most likely pork. In fact sheep are still the predominant livestock in Ireland of today. Apples are also a popular fruit of Beltane. So I hope that ...
Belenos as Origin of Beltane
One of the many ideas of the origin of the name of Beltane is that it comes from the Celtic God Belenos. Belenos was one of the most widespread Celtic Gods of the Ancient World. Known from Italy in the East into Gaul and as far as Ireland in the West...
Crafts for Beltane - Colored Flames
Beltane is a Sabbat that focuses greatly on flames and the magick of fire. And a fun activity for children is to watch different colored flames. Now let it be known that the preparation for this can be slightly dangerous, especially for children. So ...
Beltane Recipes - Custards
Custards are a traditional recipe for Beltane since they include eggs and milk. These are traditional symbols of fertility and also traditional gifts to the faery folk. So Happy Cooking! Marigold Custard Ingredients 2 cups milk 1 cup unsprayed mar...
Beltane Crown of Flowers
This has long been a tradition for Beltane and it is a good idea to include this into your family traditions. Some suggestions for flowers are daisies or dandelions. You can also choose wildflowers. Just be sure that they won't cause any allergic rea...
Children's Story for Beltane
The children came to their grandfather, crying out for another story. "Tell us grandfather about the Gods and what comes next in their story." Smiling the grandfather said, "Well children, if you remember the Gods and the animals had just worked the ...
The Maypole
Many of us know of the Maypole, but for those that don't; The Maypole is a tall pole, typically made of maple, that is decorated with flowers and has long ribbons tied to the top. Then there is done that activity that is know as the Maypole Dance. Wh...
Beltane Recipes -- Vegan
Yes it is that time again. Four weekly posts on recipes for the upcoming Sabbat. Some of these recipes have milk and butter in them but perhaps those with better experience with cooking vegetarian meals can find a way to substitute those ingredients....
